Fleet Geeks Podcast by Flagship Partners

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Welcome to the Fleet Geeks Podcast we are here to develop elite Fleet and Transport professionals. Are you a Transport Manager, Fleet Manager or aspiring to be one? Do you want to progress and develop your skills & knowledge? Your Fleet Geeks podcast is ranked Number 1 for Transport and Fleet Managers, as well as Transport Compliance. We promise to bring lively conversation and debate around interesting issues, and keep you bang up to date with changes in our awesome industry. The Fleet Geeks are a community of professionals & if you enjoy the podcast why not join the discussion for free in the Fleet Geek community on Facebook?

Episode Date
World Cup Fever: Five Risks Transport Managers Cannot Ignore
Jun 15, 2026
From Health & Safety to Transport Compliance: Adam Moore’s Transport Manager CPC Journey
Jun 08, 2026
The 3 Hats of a Transport Manager
Jun 01, 2026
Surrounded by Idiots - applying DISC to your Fleet
May 18, 2026
Do the Facebook Groups work?
May 11, 2026
Stay a Student. Stay Safe. Stay Ahead.
May 04, 2026
You’re Not Underperforming… You’re Unsupported
Apr 27, 2026
DVSA Visit Preparation: TEVR, MIVR & How to Stay Compliant
Apr 20, 2026
Wheel security - all you need to know
Apr 13, 2026
Barry Devereux's 2 year review
Mar 30, 2026
What are the 9 motivators and how does it work?
Mar 23, 2026
Pam our Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor / DGSA
Mar 16, 2026
Pam's 12 month review......
Mar 09, 2026
5 Mistakes You’re Definitely Making Delivering Toolbox Talks
Mar 02, 2026
Effective Delegation: How to Nail It (Without Dropping Standards)
Feb 23, 2026
Why Good Fleet Managers Burn Out Faster Than Bad Ones
Feb 16, 2026
Policies Vs Behaviour; why you handbook isn't protecting you
Feb 09, 2026
Weightmans takeover 2026 update part 2
Feb 02, 2026
Weightmans takeover 2026 update part 1
Jan 26, 2026
The Road Safety Strategy 2026 from DfT - the Fleet Geeks take
Jan 19, 2026
State of UK Fleet & Transport what's really changing?
Jan 12, 2026
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you all!
Dec 15, 2025
Optifile - the MUST HAVE software for your Fleet Business in 2026
Dec 08, 2025
Should I sack my driver who deliberately removed his tachograph card on shift?
Dec 01, 2025
6 key reasons to be wary of the work Christmas Party
Nov 24, 2025
Should I sack my driver who used his mobile phone whilst driving?
Nov 17, 2025
10 MORE Policies you must have for your Fleet Operation
Nov 10, 2025
10 Policies you must have for your Fleet Operation
Nov 03, 2025
Appeals decision on RT International Transport Ltd
Oct 27, 2025
The mechanics of mentoring for Fleet Managers
Oct 20, 2025
Under the bonnet - mental health in transport
Oct 13, 2025
8 benefits of a peer group for Transport Managers
Oct 06, 2025
Why I think the industry guidance should be version controlled and probably why it isn't!
Sep 29, 2025
I want to do my Transport Manager CPC should I do an online or in person course?
Sep 22, 2025
3 reasons fixed pricing for External Transport Management doesn't work.
Sep 15, 2025
Public Inquiry Deep Dive with Tom Reddy Part 2
Sep 08, 2025
Public Inquiry Deep Dive with Tom Reddy Part 1
Sep 01, 2025
Public Inquiry Experience with Ellie Widdowson
Aug 26, 2025
What's your high wind plan?
Aug 18, 2025
Barry Devereux's (or Baz's) top 5 tips for Transport Managers
Aug 11, 2025
Meet Barry Devereux, Flagship Partners Transport and Training Consultant
Aug 04, 2025
Transport Managers need holidays too!
Jul 28, 2025
Pam Meisel's top 5 things to watch out for 'non-compliance'
Jul 21, 2025
Meet Pam Meisel, Flagship Partners Transport and Safety Consultant
Jul 14, 2025
What could our industry regulators and enforcers learn from Ofsted?
Jul 07, 2025
Interview with FORS Director Geraint Davies
Jun 30, 2025
How long am I allowed to operate without a Transport Manager?
Jun 23, 2025
Be wary of the Facebook groups!
Jun 16, 2025
5 ways to improve a toxic, overly masculine culture in your Fleet Business
Jun 09, 2025
Are you really innocent until proven guilty as a Transport Manager?
Jun 02, 2025
3 reasons MPRS could work and 3 reasons why it won't!
May 26, 2025
What is the Maintenance Provision Rating Scheme or abbreviation MPRS?
May 19, 2025
What are the changes to the Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness April 2025?
May 12, 2025
Health check your compliance in just 20 minutes
May 05, 2025
7 questions every transport manager should be asking right now
Apr 28, 2025
Can ChatGPT write my policies?
Apr 21, 2025
Is it worth arguing with the DVSA?
Apr 14, 2025
8 key skills areas for a Transport Manager
Apr 07, 2025
3 top tips for dealing with a difficult boss!
Mar 31, 2025
3 top tips for dealing with difficult drivers
Mar 24, 2025
If you are going to something, do it properly or don't do it at all
Mar 17, 2025
3 Tips to get more done in less time!
Mar 10, 2025
Why won't the team do what I tell them?!
Mar 03, 2025
The 4 pillars of wellbeing; a campaign for you and your drivers
Feb 24, 2025
15 Exhibitions and Conferences not to miss in 2025!
Feb 17, 2025
How to get your Operator Licence application correct!
Feb 10, 2025
Managing Maintenance providers for Fleet Managers
Feb 03, 2025
What is a Practical OLAT?
Jan 27, 2025
Understanding Contract Law for Fleet and Transport Managers with the Weightmans Legal Team
Jan 20, 2025
Health and Safety for Fleet and Transport Managers with the Weightmans legal team
Jan 13, 2025
Introducing Mark Deeks - the link between music and wellbeing
Jan 06, 2025
What's the Performance Trifecta got to do with Fleets anyway?
Dec 16, 2024
What are the changes to Driver CPC and introduction of National Driver CPC?
Dec 09, 2024
How do I choose an Operator Compliance Audit? What is the guidance on Operator Compliance Audits?
Dec 02, 2024
Changes to the Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness made in November 2024
Nov 25, 2024
7 steps to attract the younger generation into your Fleet Business
Nov 18, 2024
The Fleet Geeks Podcast in Numbers
Nov 11, 2024
3 tips to improve your 'technical driver training' for 'non-drivers' and Driver CPC trainers
Nov 04, 2024
Can you be a 'remote' transport manager?
Oct 28, 2024
How to use ChatGPT as a Transport Manager
Oct 21, 2024
Understanding Domestic Abuse for Transport Managers with Sharon Livermore MBE
Oct 14, 2024
Which accreditation is best for your fleet?
Oct 07, 2024
Peer to Peer Group and Free last Wednesday Networking with Fleet Geeks
Sep 30, 2024
Mission Zero, an Operators Point of View
Sep 23, 2024
What are the Mission Zero audit requirements?
Sep 16, 2024
What is Mission Zero? An introduction with John, Paul & Shaun
Sep 09, 2024
Sharni's Takeover - Sharni interviews Pete!
Sep 02, 2024
Sharni's Takeover - Meet Sharni; Flagship's General Manager
Aug 26, 2024
Understanding the role of NaVCIS with Mike Dawber
Aug 19, 2024
John Bagley takeover #3; My plans for year 2 of Compass
Aug 12, 2024
John Bagley takeover #2; 6 key learnings from my 1st year in consulting
Aug 05, 2024
John Bagley takeover #1; My 1st year in consulting
Jul 29, 2024
How to follow up a Bridge Strike
Jul 22, 2024
10 most common issues found during a workshop audit
Jul 15, 2024
Psychological Safety for Fleet Operators
Jul 08, 2024
FORS Version 7 - What is changing?
Jul 01, 2024
Reducing Road Risk with Safety Expert Saul Jeavons
Jun 24, 2024
Understanding Diabetes Safety with Diabetes expert Kate Walker
Jun 17, 2024
All things mental health with Beverley Bell
Jun 10, 2024
All things transport training with Beverley Bell
Jun 03, 2024
All things maintenance with Beverley Bell
May 27, 2024
What is Allied Membership by Flagship Partners?
May 20, 2024
What to do if you are subject to a 'Social Media Auditor'
May 13, 2024
Whistleblowing and reporting to the DVSA
Apr 29, 2024
Why should you monitor Adblue and Fuel Usage?
Apr 22, 2024
HR Update - Upcoming changes you need to know about with Nicki
Apr 15, 2024
Understanding and implementing a Just Culture in your Fleet Business
Apr 08, 2024
6 fundamental leadership skills for a Transport Manager
Mar 25, 2024
Understanding Waste Transport with sector expert Chris Kehoe
Mar 18, 2024
Upcoming 2024 Fleet events NOT TO MISS!
Mar 11, 2024
Things to look out for in 2024 for Fleet Operators with the Weightmans Team
Mar 04, 2024
A look back at key learnings for Fleet Operators from 2023 with the Weightmans Team
Feb 26, 2024
Fleet Growth, Risk Management, Training, Tech Solutions & Regulatory Defence with the Weightmans Team
Feb 19, 2024
Ever thought of running your own Driver CPC Training? With John Bagley
Feb 12, 2024
PI’s, running the show and facing his fears with Wojciech Pilisniak
Feb 05, 2024
Understanding driver distraction with Dr Lisa Dorn
Jan 29, 2024
What is skills fade for Drivers? with Dr Lisa Dorn
Jan 22, 2024
Understanding driver workload with Dr Lisa Dorn
Jan 15, 2024
Driving for Better Business with Simon Turner of the DfBB
Jan 08, 2024
Top 10 common mistakes found at audit for Fleet Operators
Dec 18, 2023
Why the Fleet Geeks Peer to Peer Group could be an excellent investment in 2024
Dec 11, 2023
I didn’t think awards really mattered! This is what I actually learned.
Dec 04, 2023
The consequences of Quitting! - Bonus episode!
Nov 20, 2023
6 reasons I just renewed Flagship’s First Aid for Drivers CPC approval
Nov 20, 2023
When to quit!
Nov 13, 2023
What is a Tarnished Reputation with the Office of the Traffic Commissioner?
Nov 06, 2023
The ’I’m too busy’ Trap!! For Transport Managers
Oct 30, 2023
Direct Vision Standard 2024, Progressive Safe Systems and everything you need to know with Ed Barrie from SMUK
Oct 23, 2023
What is Operation Snap?
Oct 16, 2023
Become Carbon Literate with our help! Joined by sustainability expert Darren Newman
Oct 09, 2023
Risk Assessments made simple (and interesting!)
Oct 02, 2023
Introduction to Joanne Wilson, Flagship’s new Hull and East Yorks Driver CPC Consortium Member
Sep 25, 2023
What does it take to be a Driver CPC Trainer?
Sep 18, 2023
Introducing new Driver CPC consortium member John Bagley, Compass Transport Solutions Ltd
Sep 11, 2023
Would you like to deliver your own Driver CPC Training?
Sep 04, 2023
Farewell Mike & we are now out of office until September!
Jul 17, 2023
The Q2 Transport Briefing - what you missed!
Jul 10, 2023
Overweight Truck gets a £450,000 fine!
Jul 03, 2023
Out of scope, lost digi cards and section 88
Jun 26, 2023
Is training for Transport Managers fit for purpose?
Jun 19, 2023
Understanding the DVSA Earned Recognition Approval Process
Jun 12, 2023
Review of the new Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness
Jun 05, 2023
Happy 5th Birthday to Flagship Partners
May 29, 2023
Making fleets digital and a love of the Transport Sector with Karen Crispe
May 22, 2023
Trade Associations in Transport, what are they and are they worth it?
May 08, 2023
What the Transport Manager CPC qualification should be! with special guests Tom & James
May 01, 2023
What continuing professional development should a Transport Manager do? with special guests Tom & James
Apr 24, 2023
What is the Driver CPC Consultation? How is Driver CPC changing? Part2
Apr 17, 2023
What is the Driver CPC Consultation? How is Driver CPC changing? Part 1
Apr 10, 2023
Understanding the 2024 phase of the Direct Vision Standard Consultation
Apr 03, 2023
The 2023 budget rundown for fleet operators
Mar 27, 2023
The Flagship Partners Transport Briefing Q1 2023
Mar 20, 2023
How fleet operators can really focus on Driving Down their fuel costs
Mar 13, 2023
Understanding the rules around not repeating Driver CPC courses
Mar 06, 2023
What to do next after qualifying as a Transport Manager?
Feb 27, 2023
Fleet Geeks Member Programme launch!
Feb 20, 2023
The future of Driver CPC and the pain of repeat CPC courses
Feb 13, 2023
What is the Flagship Fleet Software?
Feb 06, 2023
What even is legal advice?
Jan 30, 2023
What is the difference between operator licensing and an operating centre?
Jan 23, 2023
That network rail video and the causal factors of bridge strikes
Jan 16, 2023
Signing off for 2022 on the Fleet Geeks Podcast
Dec 23, 2022
Understanding third party trailer compliance with Chris Powell
Dec 19, 2022
Public Inquiry hot topics in 2022 with Chris Powell
Dec 19, 2022
Fleet Managers - What to look out for in 2023 with Chris Powell
Dec 19, 2022
Understanding Hire and Reward with Mike Vickers
Dec 12, 2022
Why I don’t like the word compliance with Mike Vickers
Dec 05, 2022
It’s going to be a busy couple of months Q4 2022
Nov 28, 2022
Contingency Plans for Fleet Operators
Nov 21, 2022
What is vehicle authorisation and margin on a Operators Licence?
Nov 14, 2022
Be honest in your marketing, at least don’t lie
Nov 11, 2022
What driver defects MUST be reported and what SHOULD be reported?
Nov 07, 2022
Are Digital Tachographs really effective?
Nov 04, 2022
Is Driver CPC training classed as working time?
Oct 31, 2022
How to amend a Goods Vehicle Operator Licence
Oct 28, 2022
About THAT 100k salary advert!
Oct 24, 2022
How do you apply for a Goods Vehicle Operators Licence?
Oct 21, 2022
What is financial standing for goods vehicle operators? Why do we need it?
Oct 17, 2022
Farewell and Good Luck to our Safety Guy, Fleet Geek Jamie
Oct 10, 2022
What is the latest with the 28 day Tachograph rule (October 22)?
Oct 07, 2022
How do I read and understand Brake Test Reports for my fleet?
Oct 03, 2022
What should I check on my vehicle inspection or PMI sheets?
Sep 30, 2022
Meet the Fleet Geeks Peer to Peer Mentors - Tom Reddy
Sep 26, 2022
Why we joined the Fleet Geeks Peer to Peer Mentoring Group
Sep 23, 2022
Operating HGVs in London, what you need to know
Sep 19, 2022
My mate reckons or MMR as we call it, in the Fleet Sector
Sep 12, 2022
Do I need to manage my maintenance provider? What are my responsibilities?
Sep 05, 2022
Should we reintroduce Driver License Category C1 as an automatic entitlement?
Aug 29, 2022
What can the DVSA detect from your tachograph remotely?
Aug 22, 2022
Understanding Peer to Peer Mentoring with Fleet Geeks
Aug 15, 2022
Is a Fixed Penalty Notice or FPN notifiable to the Traffic Commissioner?
Aug 08, 2022
What are the rules around your commercial vehicle emissions and inspections?
Aug 01, 2022
The importance of Driver health and sharing health concerns
Jul 25, 2022
Who are the unsung heroes in the transport industry?
Jul 18, 2022
What to expect as a newcomer to the transport and fleet sector
Jul 11, 2022
Holiday! What is a holiday? For busy Transport & Fleet Managers
Jul 04, 2022
How to have effective 121’s with your Transport Team
Jul 01, 2022
Can truck stops demand fridge trailers be turned off?
Jun 27, 2022
What is a whistleblower process and why should a Transport Manager have one?
Jun 24, 2022
What is an OLAT or Operator Licence Awareness Training? How is it different to a TM CPC Refresher?
Jun 20, 2022
How can Fleet Operators manage their Maintenance Providers?
Jun 17, 2022
What is a Transport Manager CPC Refresher Course?
Jun 13, 2022
Should Vans have Goods Vehicle Operator Licences? Should they be regulated like Trucks?
Jun 10, 2022
What are the new rules on Vans operating in Europe for hire and reward?
Jun 06, 2022
How often should I get my goods vehicles inspected?
Jun 03, 2022
What Industry standards relate to Fleet Sector? Understanding FORS, Earned Recognition & ISO 9001
May 30, 2022
What is Culture? Understanding environment and culture in your Fleet Business
May 27, 2022
What is the 28 day rule with relation to Tachograph? What is a Manual Entry?
May 23, 2022
What is a Restricted Goods Vehicle Operators Licence and what are challenges face their Operators?
May 20, 2022
What are the 3 types of Goods Vehicle Operator Licence? Including Restricted, Standard National & Standard International
May 16, 2022
How to retain the best drivers for your Fleet Business
May 13, 2022
What is the Fleet Geeks Peer to Peer Mentoring Group?
May 09, 2022
How to deal with Driver’s disclosure during Driver Training
May 06, 2022
The Common HR Mistakes we see for Fleet Operators around their Employment Law processes
May 02, 2022
Top tips for Fleet Compliance with Fleet Geek Jamie
Apr 29, 2022
Third party trailer best practise for Fleet Operators
Apr 25, 2022
What checks should you carry out on a Fleet Operator before being their Transport Manager?
Apr 22, 2022
Cabotage; the biggest threat to your haulage rates and profits, that no one is talking about
Apr 18, 2022
How to properly check a Drivers License & How often should a Fleet Manager check a Drivers License?
Apr 15, 2022
How to write a Risk Assessment, and what is included in a good risk assessment; Fifth Wheel RUSHcast
Apr 11, 2022
What should an External Transport Manager charge? The Podcast
Apr 08, 2022
The Common Health and Safety mistakes we see for Fleet Operators
Apr 04, 2022
Understanding Road Transport Working Time Directive - Fifth Wheel RUSHCast for Fleet Geeks Podcast
Apr 01, 2022
Training for Transport Managers beyond the CPC Qualification, exploring CPD for Transport Managers
Mar 28, 2022
Does a Transport Manager need to be a Driver first?
Mar 21, 2022
What can I do about the rising cost of Diesel? Understanding fuel economy for Fleet Operators
Mar 18, 2022
What is a Transport Manager worth? The first Fleet Geeks Webinar!
Mar 17, 2022
What are the different roles and titles in a Transport Office?
Mar 14, 2022
6 big reasons to be happy in a Transport Office
Mar 07, 2022
How to manage Driver Hours and WTD Infringements effectively with the Fleet Geeks
Feb 28, 2022
Is it HGV or LGV? Is it VOSA or DVSA? Frustrating abbreviations in the Fleet Sector explained
Feb 21, 2022
How to pass your Transport Manager CPC Exam in 6 easy steps.
Feb 14, 2022
What are the recent Highway Code changes? A review of the new hierarchy of road users.
Feb 05, 2022
How to get your Transport Manager CPC Qualification, your training options
Feb 05, 2022
What is the Fleet Geeks Podcast?
Feb 05, 2022